Song Description
From an origanl musical play called "Gadzooks!" Sung by The Clam. This mix is from the original recording, circa 1986. Re-recording of this material is currently underway at The Loft.
Contact:
Al Hemberger
Berger Platters/The Loft Recording Studios
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| Song Length |
3:18 |
Genre |
Unique - Children, Unique - Soundtracks |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
Lyrics
Clam Song
Maybe you think I?ve got it made
In this shell of mine
Hidden from the manta ray
And the fishing line
Yes I guess I look quite comfortable
Hidden as I am
But no one knows the cares and woes
Of this lonely clam
It?s not so easy being hard outside
When you want the world to see
Down inside you?re as soft as soft can be
There was a time I had no shell
Not so long ago
Many siblings and many friends
Taught me what I know
Oh I watched them all fall prey to those
Who do not give a damn
Whether they eat vegetables
Or whether they eat clams
Now and then I open up
And let the ocean in
But the currents are strong and before too long
I have to close again
I know there is no other way
For me to stay alive
If I left this old gray shell
I never could survive but
Sometimes I wish there was someone
Who could understand
That there is a softer side
To this lonely clam
© 1980, Al Hemberger